Support Groups
You are not alone.
Caregiver Support Groups create a safe space for Memory & Movement caregivers, all of whom are caring for a loved one with a memory or movement disorder diagnosis. A support group is an opportunity to share experiences and feelings, coping strategies, and make connections with others who understand the journey.
Groups are led by MMC Family Care Navigators or members of the community who have life experience as caregivers, and training in group facilitation.
Support Groups are sponsored by BlueDot Cares, Inc. MMC maintains full clinical independence and does not endorse specific products or companies. Learn more about our sponsorship policy.
In Person Meetings for Parkinsons Patients
This support group meets on the third Tuesday of every month, from 4:30-5:30 pm.
Meetings are held in person at the MMC clinic, 411 Billingsley Road, suite 103. No registration is required.
Anyone living with Parkinson's or a related movement disorder is welcome, as are family care partners. This group is not intended for professional caregivers.
Leader Bio
Dr. Larry Watts
Larry spent decades working with older adults and families in both hospital and senior living settings - including Dr. Edwards' family.
Larry also understands Parkinson’s on a personal level, because he’s living with the condition himself and he leads this group from a secular, practical perspective focused on everyday coping, connection, and encouragement.
Virtual Meetings for Caregivers
This support group meets on the first Thursday of every month, from 12:30-1:30 pm. This meeting is meant for family caregivers only.
Registration is required. You will receive a reminder email the day before each meeting, containing the zoom link. There is no need to register more than once - you will remain on the monthly reminder mailing list unless you instruct us otherwise.
All family caregivers - spouses, children, parents, siblings, friends - are welcome, even those who are not connected to an MMC patient. We ask that professional caregivers and patients do not participate in these Zoom calls.
In Person Meetings for Caregivers
This support group meets on the third Thursday of every month, from 12:30-1:30 pm. This meeting is meant for family caregivers only.
Meetings are held in person at the MMC clinic, 411 Billingsley Road, suite 103. No registration is required, and please feel free to bring your lunch or a snack.
All family caregivers - spouses, children, parents, siblings, friends - are welcome, even those who are not connected to an MMC patient. We ask that professional caregivers and patients do not attend these support group meetings.
Leader Bio
Joan O. Wright, MSW, MCC
Joan cared for both her parents as they battled dementia, and today she balances her time leading O'Sullivan Wright, Inc, an organizational strategies and executive coaching firm and counseling caregivers whose loved ones are living with advancing dementia. Joan is a devoted friend of MMC and volunteers regularly with Brodie and Oliver, her two certified therapy dogs.